Legal Assistant

Cirencester, United Kingdom | Posted on 15/12/2025

We recognise that our reputation as one of the leading law firms in Wales is entirely down to the people who work here. We place great stock in attracting talented people, doing all we can to make sure you enjoy life at Redkite Solicitors and giving you plenty of reasons to build a long‑term career with us.

Legal Assistant

Location: Cirencester

Start Date: ASAP

Are you proactive, detail‑focused, and ready to start your legal career in a dynamic and growing department? At Redkite Solicitors, our Legal Assistants play a vital role in delivering excellent service — supporting our Fee Earners, helping cases progress smoothly, and contributing to our core values of Trust,Bold Thinking, Teamwork, and Excellence.

Redkite Solicitors has been providing trusted legal advice to individuals, families, and businesses across our communities since 1898. We pride ourselves on being forward‑looking and ever‑expanding, offering a broad range of legal services to meet the diverse needs of our clients. We’re also proud to be recognized as an employer of choice for our dedicated and growing team of over 160 professionals.

Based in our Cirencester office, this is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Legal Assistant to join our expanding Dispute Resolution team on a permanent basis. This role is uniquely positioned to support two specialist teams —
General & Property Litigation and the Wills, Trusts, Estates & Disputes (WTED) team — giving you exposure to a wide range of matters and excellent opportunities for growth.

What you will be doing?

• Helping Fee Earners stay on top of their cases by keeping everything organised, prioritised, and running smoothly — making a real difference to client service and case progress
• Becoming the go‑to person for creating and managing document bundles — from hearing and trial bundles to witness statement packs
• Getting hands‑on with a variety of daily tasks, from drafting letters and carrying out legal research to speaking directly with clients
• Playing a key role in opening new files, keeping admin in check, and supporting the billing process
  Being one of the first friendly faces for new client enquiries and ensuring they receive exceptional care from the very start

Who We’re Looking For

• Confident IT skills, with a solid command of Microsoft Office and the ability to pick up new systems quickly
• A highly motivated, proactive, and resourceful approach — you enjoy taking initiative and finding solutions
• Exceptional organisational skills and a sharp eye for detail, ensuring accuracy in everything you do
• The ability to stay calm, focused, and efficient under pressure, managing tight deadlines in a fast‑paced and ever‑changing environment

Who You Are

• Dependable: You take ownership and deliver reliably
• Detail‑Focused: You spot issues and ensure accuracy in every task
• Client‑Centred: You are committed to providing excellent service
• Collaborative: You work well with colleagues and support team success
• Adaptable: You stay calm, organised, and focused as priorities shift

What’s in it for you?

At Redkite, we’re committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and high‑performing environment where you can grow and thrive

• 25 days’ annual leave
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Contributions towards gym membership
• Career development and ongoing training opportunities

If you’re ready to take the next step in your legal career,
APPLY NOW!

At Redkite, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond to ensure all employees can thrive.